The Expat Files: Living in Latin America

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The Expat Files: Living in Latin America episodes

March 04, 2022 The Expat Files - 03.04.22
#1- On the ground with successful illegals who have returned to Latin America:
Today we interview Latino success stories who voluntarily left the USA, returning in triumph to their birthplace El Salvador. The question is... why do you think they threw in the towel on the "American Dream"?

#2- Oddball Latino names PART 2:
What were their parents thinking?

#3- That blistering Latin American sun:
Sunburn, tans, skin cancer.... whatever happened to the hole in the ozone layer?

#4- A word or two about GOOD umbrellas, you will certainly need one or two:
NOPE, this is NOT a boring topic. Just remember there is a 6 month long rainy season and you will need to know this info. Note that most umbrellas are crap and won't hold up in the rainy season.

#5- Health Insurance tips and pointers for Gringos and Expats:
And why private health insurance for gringos in Mexico can be more than twice as expensive as it is in countries that are south of south of the border.
#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.
28 min
February 28, 2022 The Expat Files - 02.28.22
#1-On the ground at the latest “Expat Insider” Seminar:
What it’s really like at ground zero on “Bitcoin Beach” in El Salvador and much more…

#2- “Boots on the ground” conversations with deported Latinos:
Today we talk to Latinos in their home country, most of whom have been deported from the USA multiple times. How does that happen?

#3- Ever wonder what’s on a regular work-a-day Latino’s bucket/wish list?:
You’ll be surprised. Their lists are different than mine or yours…

#4- The strangeness of Latino and Latina “bragging rights”:
Whether we demonstrate them or not, we all have bragging rights and certain points of pride. What are yours?

#5- The absolute Craziness of Latin American Restaurant Menus and QR codes:

#7- For your copy of JOHNNY MUELLER’S- 100 PAGE “LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT” just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the report link

29 min
February 18, 2022 The Expat Files - 02.18.22
#1- Cheapskate Gringos and how they will embarrass you:
#2- Misleading Restaurant Bills and how to make sense of them:
#3- Superstitious Latinas and those crazy-ass neighborhood Latino fortune tellers and Clairvoyants
#4- How NOT to treat your Cleaning Lady:
#5- Radar Guns and Speed Traps in Latin America:
#6- Is there a Gringo Criminal living next door?:
#7- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#8- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
28 min
February 14, 2022 The Expat Files - 02.13.22
Description- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1126 SUN, FEB 13 (02-13-22)
#1- The little things that piss gringos off:
Yes, small irritations do accumulate and sometimes we do lose it…
#2- Now that you live in Latin America, will you ever be truly accepted by your Latino neighbors?
#3- Those crazy-ass Latino names will give you a double take:
What’s in a name? One’s entire future maybe? Today we discuss a thing called “name remorse”
#4- Beware of certain unusual road hazards:
#5- When Gringos ”go native” and don’t even know it:
#6- More about Gringos who hold gold and silver:
#7- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#8- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

28 min
February 11, 2022 The Expat Files - 02.11.22
Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1125 FRI, FEB 11 (02-11-22)

#1- Common (but hidden) home construction errors gringos and expats will make in Latin America:
Today we talk about construction errors gringos and expats can and should avoid but usually don’t recognize till well after the fact… then they can become such a nightmare to correct we often just don't bother.
#2- Small Latin American annoyances and irritations that will grow and fester with time:
Some of the little things we all tolerate for quite a while until they actually become hazardous to our heath.

#3- Expat Eddie rises again:
A few more choice wild and crazy stories from Expat Eddie, the Expat with 9 lives… (he’s got about 3 left)

#4- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident
enough to dive in?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#5- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.
28 min
February 08, 2022 The Expat Files - 02.06.22
Description- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1124 SUN, FEB 06 (02-06-22)
THE SEMINAR IS FINALLY ON!!!
HERE ARE THE NEW DATES FOR JOHNNY’S 2022 LATIN AMERICAN “EXPAT INSIDER- FRIDAY FEBUARY 18th THRU FRIDAY NIGHT FEBUARY 25th.
Visit www.expatplanb.com for the complete info and sign up details or click or paste this seminar link into your browser:
https://www.expatplanb.com/february-2022-seminar/
#1- Driving through Mexico is Not Recommended:
Today we have a few nightmare “boots on the ground stories” from expats who have tried it
#2- What about driving around in Latin America when your driver’s license expires, gets stolen or you happen to lose it?
#3- White Gringa girl privilege:
Yes it definitely exists and here’s a “boots on the ground” story to prove it.

#4- Google is beyond toxic and malignant:
Why I absolutely despise Google. I NEVER use it. Today we show why you should feel and do the same!
#5- An entitled “Trust Fund” kid has his Jesus moment and decides to get a “Plan B”:
#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

28 min
February 04, 2022 The Expat Files - 02.04.22
Description- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1123 FRI, FEB 04 (02-04-22)
THE SEMINAR IS FINALLY ON!!!
HERE ARE THE NEW DATES FOR JOHNNY’S 2022 LATIN AMERICAN “EXPAT INSIDER- FRIDAY FEBUARY 18th THRU FRIDAY NIGHT FEBUARY 25th.
Visit www.expatplanb.com for the complete info and sign up details or click or paste this seminar link into your browser:
https://www.expatplanb.com/february-2022-seminar/
#1- The subtler effects of the “Gringo Advantage”:
The things you might never notice but are always there nevertheless.

#2- When Latin lawyers engage in gouging and ripping off their Gringo clients:
It happens mainly on the tourist trail, though many starry-eyed gringos remain “marks“and never seem to catch on.
#3- A few tips and warnings about common Gold coins:
#4- Are there downsides to having solar power in Latin America?
#5- Pork barrel infrastructure projects and other govt lies:\Infrastructure bills and road expenditures seem good and necessary but are really just another political pocket-lining scam…
#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

28 min
January 30, 2022 The Expat Files: 01.30.22
Description- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1122 SUN, JAN 30 (01-30-22)
THE SEMINAR IS FINALLY ON!!!
HERE ARE THE NEW DATES FOR JOHNNY’S 2022 LATIN AMERICAN “EXPAT INSIDER- FRIDAY FEBUARY 18th THRU FRIDAY NIGHT FEBUARY 25th.
Visit www.expatplanb.com for the complete info and sign up details or click or paste this seminar link into your browser:
https://www.expatplanb.com/february-2022-seminar/
#1- All that’s wrong with Belize, and why I would never consider it as a viable “Plan B” destination:
#2- Gringos, Expats, Estados Unidenses and Americanos:
What should you be thinking when local Latinos use those various terms to describe you and your expat compadres?
#3- Water supplies, hard water and the use and misuse of water softeners and conditioners in the land of mineral, laden water:
#4- New, damaging and toxic revelations about Mexico, and if this doesn’t scare the crap out of you, you’re an idiot:
After your hear this, you would be an absolute moron to even think of considering Mexico as your permanent “Plan B” destination.
#5- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#6- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

28 min
January 28, 2022 The Expat Files: 01.28.22
Description- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1121 FRI, JAN 28 (01-28-2022)
THE SEMINAR IS FINALLY ON!!!
HERE ARE THE NEW DATES FOR JOHNNY’S 2022 LATIN AMERICAN “EXPAT INSIDER- FRIDAY FEBUARY 18th THRU FRIDAY NIGHT FEBUARY 25th.
Visit www.expatplanb.com for the complete info and sign up details or click or paste this seminar link into your browser:
https://www.expatplanb.com/february-2022-seminar/
#1- Love, Romance and the beautiful Spanish tutor:
A very interesting and amusing “boots on the ground” story
#2- Observing the toxic “Latin Jealousy Gene” close up and personal:
#3- Why my Plan “C” or “D” just might include one of two nice cities in Colombia:
The three big downsides why Colombia could be Plan “C” but not “Plan B”

#4- A few more very good reasons to avoid Mexico:
Like we needed more…

#5- A few choice tips from an OG regarding newbee Crypto whiners, complainers and doomsayers:
If you can’t take the heat…
#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to pull the trigger?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

28 min
January 23, 2022 The Expat Files: 01.23.22
Description- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1120 SUN, JAN 23 (01-23-2022)
THE SEMINAR IS FINALLY ON!!!
HERE ARE THE NEW DATES FOR JOHNNY’S 2022 LATIN AMERICAN “EXPAT INSIDER- FRIDAY FEBUARY 18th THRU FRIDAY NIGHT FEBUARY 25th.
Visit www.expatplanb.com for the complete info and sign up details or click or paste this seminar link into your browser:
https://www.expatplanb.com/february-2022-seminar/
#1- All that’s wrong with International living and other Expat marketing and PR info rags, blogs and sources:
#2- Why your Expat BS detector should be set on HI:
#3- When the Expat Honeymoon ends, do the weak ones throw in the towel?
#4- An update on Expats teaching English to Chinese kids online (for 20+ bucks an hour):
Just when you thought China had banned the English teaching industry, it has come back stronger than ever

#5- Dire warnings from a Russian Expat in Latin America:
#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?
Our own Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.
28 min